Yvonne Copeland, LICSW

Yvonne Copeland is a licensed independent clinical social worker who helps adults who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or worn out. She acknowledges that starting therapy can feel hard and aims to make the first steps straightforward and respectful. Yvonne focuses on practical goals and works alongside clients to find meaningful changes.

She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to pinpoint unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of responding. She also incorporates client-centered listening and mindfulness exercises to slow down and notice what matters most. Solution-focused and motivational strategies are used to build on strengths and create small, achievable steps.

Yvonne has 15 years of experience working across a range of concerns. People come to her for anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, substance concerns, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, parenting strain, career transitions, and chronic illness or pain. She also addresses issues related to adoption and foster care, aging, attachment, blended families, body image, and caregiver stress.

Her style is calm and open. She aims to lower barriers and make sessions feel manageable. Clients can expect a practical mix of conversation, skill practice, and planning that fits their daily life.

The first session is conversational and focused on understanding current challenges and goals. From there, Yvonne and the client plan steps forward that fit the person's needs and pace.

How her approaches translate to online care

Yvonne commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify thought patterns that get in the way of their goals, then try different behaviors to see what helps. She also draws on client-centered therapy, which focuses on listening, empathy, and understanding each person's priorities. These methods are useful for anxiety, depression, grief, sleep problems, and stress-related issues.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. She will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences, and adjust techniques as the process unfolds. The client and therapist set goals and try small, clear steps to track progress.

Online therapy with Yvonne is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video is helpful for deeper conversation and skill practice, while phone calls can be easier if bandwidth or camera use is limited. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, homework support, or when a shorter touchpoint fits a busy day. These options make it easier to fit care into work, caregiving, or other routines.